Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Diagnostic Evidence Precurser to a Diagnosis of Clinical Depression

Recent neuroscience study results released from The University of Cambridge in Central London through Joe Herbert and Barbara Sahakian identify a biological component of sub clinical depression.  Elevated cortisol levels and depression like symptoms in male teens can be correlated to a later diagnosis of clinical depression.

The cortisol test involves spitting in test tubes that are carried along for the day.  The tubes are then mailed in to the participating lab for analysis.  Saliva cortisol testing has been covered by Plan B Medicare which supports the accepted level of accuracy of the test.

The provider can use the elevated cortisol lab values along with the verbalized depression like symptoms to determine a future risk of a diagnosis of clinical depression. Having a biological (elevated cortisol) value to strengthen the assessment improves access to proper, effective treatment.

The staff of Home Care Path and the Wisconsin PATH ALONG  model applaud this very important discovery which will improve prevention efforts aimed at the treatment of symptoms of depression.

Home Care Path celebrates 4 years of successfully serving seniors in South Central Wisconsin

 
 

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